These recipes for lasagna, pizza, pasta, meatballs and more classics are so easy, you can prepare them any night of the week.

By Lynn Andriani

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The Foolproof Risotto

Actress Lauren Tewes proves that risotto doesn't have to be a complicated undertaking worthy only of culinary gurus, and that the meal can come together in just a half hour. The best part about the rice dish (aside from its speedy prep and overall deliciousness) is that there are a million ways to make it. You can use almost any combination of broth and fresh herbs, from crab broth and cilantro, to beef broth and sage.